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Jacksonville Icemen split ECHL weekend series against Atlanta

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The Atlanta Gladiators edged the Jacksonville Icemen Saturday, as the Icemen continue their battle to squeeze into the playoffs.

Turning point : Cody Sylvester broke a scoreless tie at 2:13 of the second period and the Atlanta Gladiators went on to defeat the Jacksonville Icemen 2-1 in ECHL hockey on March 21 at Gas South Arena. Three stars: 1. Jack O'Brien, Atlanta (one goal).

2. T. J.

Semptimphelter, Atlanta (28 saves). 3. Sylvester, Atlanta (one goal).

Penalty box: The Icemen and Gladiators (38-19-2-1) combined to go 0 for 9 on the power play. Around the rink: Will Hillman gave the Icemen (24-29-7-1) hope with a goal midway through the third period. … Jacksonville goaltender Cameron Rowe recorded 27 saves.